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b. 1981 in East Los Angeles, California.
Lives and works in Los Angeles, California
Satsuki Shibuya is an artist whose practice is deeply rooted in spirituality, with each creation emerging from her profound connection to the unseen. Based in Los Angeles, Shibuya’s journey began with a background in music and design, but it was a pivotal period of illness that deepened her spiritual insights and redirected her focus to visual art.
At the heart of Shibuya's work is her role as a spiritual conduit. She translates intangible energies and spiritual messages into vibrant expressions through various mediums, including paintings, poetry, and intuitive sessions. The specific medium or project outcome is secondary to her spiritual foundation; instead, her art is a manifestation of the energies she perceives.
Her creations are not just visual artifacts but are imbued with the essence of sounds and spiritual vibrations, reflecting her exploration of identity and belonging as a second-generation Japanese American. Each piece invites viewers to connect with their own inner experiences and the world around them, offering a sense of harmony and peace.
Shibuya’s work is characterized by its serene and evocative qualities, evolving continually as she seeks to inspire and offer tranquility through her spiritual and creative endeavors. Through her practice, she aspires to guide others toward discovering deeper meanings and purposes in their own lives.
At the heart of Shibuya's work is her role as a spiritual conduit. She translates intangible energies and spiritual messages into vibrant expressions through various mediums, including paintings, poetry, and intuitive sessions. The specific medium or project outcome is secondary to her spiritual foundation; instead, her art is a manifestation of the energies she perceives.
Her creations are not just visual artifacts but are imbued with the essence of sounds and spiritual vibrations, reflecting her exploration of identity and belonging as a second-generation Japanese American. Each piece invites viewers to connect with their own inner experiences and the world around them, offering a sense of harmony and peace.
Shibuya’s work is characterized by its serene and evocative qualities, evolving continually as she seeks to inspire and offer tranquility through her spiritual and creative endeavors. Through her practice, she aspires to guide others toward discovering deeper meanings and purposes in their own lives.
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b. 1981 in East Los Angeles, California.
Lives and works in Los Angeles, California
Solo Exhibitions
2016
Moments, Show + Tell, Los Angeles, California
Tête-Á-Tête, Salad Bowl gallery, Tokyo, Japan
2015
Flow, Poketo, Los Angeles, California
Into The Light, Do Design, Madrid, Spain
Moments, Show + Tell, Los Angeles, California
Tête-Á-Tête, Salad Bowl gallery, Tokyo, Japan
2015
Flow, Poketo, Los Angeles, California
Into The Light, Do Design, Madrid, Spain
Collaborations & Projects
2024
Shunkashūtō, Spiritual School, Los Angeles, California
2023
ILIA x Tappan, Tappan Collective, Los Angeles, California
2016
Moment, Limited Edition Book
Education
2009
BFA, Communication Arts, Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, California
2003
BS, Music Business, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California
Group Exhibitions
2023
Made In L.A., Tappan Collective, Los Angeles, California
Temporal, Tappan Collective, Los Angeles, California
2022
Waves, curated by Kisshomaru Shimamura, Same Gallery (Tokyo), C7C Gallery (Nagoya), Lian (Osaka), Haku (Kyoto), Japan
2018
Los Angeles Invitational Show, George Billis gallery, Culver City, Calfornia
Calm Chaos no. 02, Zeitgenießische Galerie, Heidelberg, Germany
GIFC, 0-0 LA, Worldwide
Generation Art Party, UNICEF, Venice California (2015-2018)
2016
Palette, Ampersand International Arts, San Francisco, California
Kisaragi No Isidis, Edane, Osaka, Japan
Spatially Speaking, Platform/Tappan Collective, Culver City, California
fresh stART, Santa Monica, California
2015
Soul of Asia, Asia Art Network, KEPCO Art Center Gallery, Seoul, Korea
Soho House x Tappan Collective, Soho House, West Hollywood, California
2014
Good Mail Day, Artstream Studios Gallery, Dover, New Hampshire
Floral Edition 003, Collectif Blanc, Montréal, Canada
The Summer Print Shop, Book Stand, FvF Apartment, Berlin, Germany
Made In L.A., Tappan Collective, Los Angeles, California
Temporal, Tappan Collective, Los Angeles, California
2022
Waves, curated by Kisshomaru Shimamura, Same Gallery (Tokyo), C7C Gallery (Nagoya), Lian (Osaka), Haku (Kyoto), Japan
2018
Los Angeles Invitational Show, George Billis gallery, Culver City, Calfornia
Calm Chaos no. 02, Zeitgenießische Galerie, Heidelberg, Germany
GIFC, 0-0 LA, Worldwide
Generation Art Party, UNICEF, Venice California (2015-2018)
2016
Palette, Ampersand International Arts, San Francisco, California
Kisaragi No Isidis, Edane, Osaka, Japan
Spatially Speaking, Platform/Tappan Collective, Culver City, California
fresh stART, Santa Monica, California
2015
Soul of Asia, Asia Art Network, KEPCO Art Center Gallery, Seoul, Korea
Soho House x Tappan Collective, Soho House, West Hollywood, California
2014
Good Mail Day, Artstream Studios Gallery, Dover, New Hampshire
Floral Edition 003, Collectif Blanc, Montréal, Canada
The Summer Print Shop, Book Stand, FvF Apartment, Berlin, Germany
Publications
2017
The Uncanny Practice of Entrainment, artwork, Spirituality & Health Magazine
2016
Artwork + interview, Heim Magazine (Russian)
Another World — In the heart of Cascadia, artwork, Cereal Magazine
2015
Embracing the Moment, cover art & interview, Obscura Magazine (English & Chinese)
Editor’s Notes, artwork, Perdiz Magazine (English & Spanish)
Sweets, artwork, Mill Magazine (Japanese)
Kinfolk Gatherings, Kinfolk Magazine
Lectures, Talks & Workshops
2024
Round Table Discussions, Guest Speaker, USC Roski School of Art and Design MFA Design Program, Los Angeles, California.
2023
The Apoteacary Travelling Tea Bar x Satsuki Shibuya, Immersive Sensory Experience Workshop, Super Farmers, Singapore2022
Crit Crew, Visiting Artist, Thrive Network
2019
Female Identity & Perspectives In Art Today, Panelist, LA Design Festival, Los Angeles, California
Design/Arts Entrepreneur, Guest Speaker, Otis College of Art and Design (2015-2019)
2018
Mindfulness & The Creative Process, Panelist, LA Design Festival, Los Angeles, California
Foundation Forward Alumni Panel, Panelist, Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, California
2017
Authentic Branding, Workshop, Parachute, Venice CaliforniaExplorations in Watercolor, Workshop, Poketo, Los Angeles, California (2015-2017)
2016
Developing Your Intuition for Work and Life, Workshop, Show + Tell, Los Angeles, California
2013
Branding 101, Workshop, Poketo, Los Angeles, California
CONTRAST, Guest Speaker, TYPO International Design Talks, San Francisco, California
Round Table Discussions, Guest Speaker, USC Roski School of Art and Design MFA Design Program, Los Angeles, California.
2023
The Apoteacary Travelling Tea Bar x Satsuki Shibuya, Immersive Sensory Experience Workshop, Super Farmers, Singapore2022
Crit Crew, Visiting Artist, Thrive Network
2019
Female Identity & Perspectives In Art Today, Panelist, LA Design Festival, Los Angeles, California
Design/Arts Entrepreneur, Guest Speaker, Otis College of Art and Design (2015-2019)
2018
Mindfulness & The Creative Process, Panelist, LA Design Festival, Los Angeles, California
Foundation Forward Alumni Panel, Panelist, Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, California
2017
Authentic Branding, Workshop, Parachute, Venice CaliforniaExplorations in Watercolor, Workshop, Poketo, Los Angeles, California (2015-2017)
2016
Developing Your Intuition for Work and Life, Workshop, Show + Tell, Los Angeles, California
2013
Branding 101, Workshop, Poketo, Los Angeles, California
CONTRAST, Guest Speaker, TYPO International Design Talks, San Francisco, California
Interviews
2022
- Zuihitsu: About the Art, Asian American Writers’ Workshop
2020
- Exposure, Carmen Chan
- Unconventional Approaches To Art, Career + Health, ART + magic podcast
2019
- Satsuki Shibuya: On depth v.s. growth, Dear Artists podcast
- On Art, Purpose, and Creating What’s True with Satsuki Shibuya, Beyond podcast
- Satsuki Shibuya, Watercolor Painter, Author, and Energy Feeler, Energy In Motion Podcast with Ana Ayora & Kelsey Law
- Inside, Outside, And In Between Home, Maker’s Magazine
- Satsuki Shibuya Transcending Through Watercolor, Water Journal
- Meet Satsuki Shibuya, Voyage LA
- Getting Sick, Losing Everything, and Finding Real Success as a Full-Time Artist with Satsuki Shibuya, Beyond podcast
2018
- Satsuki Shibuya Shares How To Learn the Art of Self Expression, Yellow Co.
- Self-Care Interview Series: Satsuki Shibuya, Golubka Kitchen
2016
- Conversations: Satsuki Shibuya, Faculty
- Satsuki Shibuya, Creative Lady Collective
2015
- Expressing Your Truest Self With Artist Satsuki Shibuya, Well/Aware podcast
- All Things are Impermanent with Satsuki Shibuya, Cultural Daily
2013
- Talking Spaces with Satsuki Shibuya, West Elm
- At Home With Satsuki Shibuya, Steven Alan
- Contrast Conversations with Satsuki Shibuya, TYPO International Design Talks